A Hidden Gem: Takamatsu, a Perfect Transit City｜One-Day Itinerary

Takamatsu is a quiet and beautiful city with an artistic and cultural atmosphere. You can enjoy the charm of the city or take a ferry from Takamatsu Port to explore the islands. It's a perfect city for a transit stop! 🔷🔷🔷My One-Day Itinerary in Takamatsu: 🚗Transportation: There are direct flights from Shanghai to Takamatsu, or you can take the Shinkansen from Osaka to Okayama Station and then take the JR to Takamatsu Station. 🏨Accommodation: Takamatsu Tokyu REI Hotel, a 10-minute walk from Takamatsu Station and a 15-minute walk from Takamatsu Port. 🗺️One-Day Itinerary in Takamatsu: ⏰Morning - Shikoku Aquarium (15-minute walk from JR Utazu Station) 🕐Noon - Lunch at the Shikoku Aquarium restaurant. The second-floor restaurant offers a great view of the sea, and the kids' meal is beautiful! 🕐Afternoon - Ritsurin Garden (5-minute walk from JR Ritsurin-Koen Station) 🕤Evening - Symbol Tower (5-minute walk from Takamatsu Station) 💎Attraction Highlights: 📍 Shikoku Aquarium: Opened in 2020, it is the most popular aquarium in Kagawa. It is built by the sea, offering a unique geographical advantage and a beautiful view! The two-story aquarium is themed around the waters of Shikoku, where you can see dolphin, sea lion, and otter shows! There are also several great photo spots that you shouldn't miss! 📍 Ritsurin Garden: A Michelin three-star garden! It is divided into the South Garden and the North Garden. The South Garden is more Japanese-style and more enjoyable to visit. The best view of Ritsurin Garden is from the top of Mt. Shiun, where you can see the red bridge. You can also enjoy a cup of matcha in the garden and quietly appreciate its beauty! 📍 Symbol Tower: The tallest building in Takamatsu! You can take the elevator to the 29th and 30th floors for free and enjoy a panoramic view of Takamatsu. You can see the sunset in the evening and the beautiful lights at night! 📌Tips: 1️⃣ The Shikoku Aquarium is closed for maintenance in winter, so check the opening hours online in advance to avoid disappointment! Check the daily animal show schedule at the entrance, as some shows are only held once a day, so don't miss them! 2️⃣ The South Garden of Ritsurin Garden is more recommended, as the attractions are all in the South Garden. The North Garden is just trees and flowers, so you can take a quick walk around. If you don't have much time, just take a walk around the South Garden. 3️⃣ There are signs on the first floor of Symbol Tower. There are two restaurants on the 29th and 30th floors. The 29th floor is like a café where you can sit by the window and enjoy the view, while the 30th floor requires a reservation!